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Iwo Jima searchers find 2 sites for dig

June 27, 2007

IWO JIMA, JAPAN — The U.S. search team seeking the remains of a Marine killed after filming the iconic flag-raising on this volcanic Pacific island has found two possible sites and will recommend excavation, officials said Wednesday.

"Our investigation has been very successful," said Army Maj. Sean Stinchion, who has led the search team for 10 days of surveying and digging. "We found two caves and tunnels. We will recommend a follow-up team ... use heavy equipment."

The team didn't find the remains of Sgt. William Genaust, who filmed the flag-raising nine days before he was killed during combat on the island.